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| | The Parts of a Bridle
| An article from Used Saddles and Bridles
| | The Parts of a Bridle
A leather bridle consists of several working parts, and it essential to learn what each part is for and where it goes on the horse to enable you to fit the bridle to your horse properly. The bridle has the following parts:
The Headpiece is the anchor of the bridle and holds it in place. It goes over the horse's forehead, behind the ears.
The Browband is placed above the horse's eyes and below his ears. It's purpose is to keep the bridle in place.
The Cheekpieces attach to the sides of the headpiece and run down either side of the horse's
head to attach to the rings in the bit. A double bridle has four (two pairs) of cheekpieces.
The Noseband goes over the horse's nose and is used to keep the horse's mouth closed or as a place to attach other pieces of equipment.
The Throatlatch goes under the horse's neck. Be very carefule never to tighten this too much or your horse will be very unconfortable.
The Reins are used by the rider to control the horse. They attach to the bit.
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